2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Diablo | 944 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |