1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 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 257 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 255 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 | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |
