1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Diablo | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |