1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Seat |
| Model | Diablo | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
