1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (481 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
