1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 9 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.
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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Smart |
| Model | Diablo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
