1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR2. 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Diablo | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
