1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 195 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
