1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 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 315 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Diablo | Boxster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |