2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 5 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
