2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Diablo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |