1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 11 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
