1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
