2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Diablo 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 109 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 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. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
