1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Diablo | MC12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |