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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). 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 52 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 (605 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm). 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 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
