2002 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
Model | Diablo | F1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 619 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |