2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Diablo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |