1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 2 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. (324 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1283 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Diablo | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
