1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (605 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tesla |
| Model | Diablo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |
