2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. (492 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
