1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 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 327 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 92 L |
