1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 711 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Bentley |
| Model | Diablo | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
