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 (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 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. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 12 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (371 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 371 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 | 1452 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |