2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Diablo | MC12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |