2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5994 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
