1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Diablo | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |