2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 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 306 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
