2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 914 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
