2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 2003 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2512 mm |
