2005 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | NSX | Diablo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |