1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
