2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | S2000 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
