1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
