1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Diablo | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 524 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
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 | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |