1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
