1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Vector M12 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 83 more horse power than 1998 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 100 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Vector |
| Model | Diablo | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
