1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
