2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
