1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 3 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. Both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 2002 Vector M12 are equipped with a 5,707 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2002 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 180 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2002 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Vector |
| Model | Diablo | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
