1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 220 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
