2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 231 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Dodge |
| Model | Diablo | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
