1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 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 179 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Diablo | 350Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |