1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 205 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 607 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Diablo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |