2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
