1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli 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 265 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
