1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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 224 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Diablo | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
