2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 8 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | SSC |
| Model | Diablo | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
