1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
