1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 271 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
