2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Acura |
| Model | Diablo | TL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
