1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (580 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (560 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
