2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 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 268 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 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 Weight | 1750 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
