2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
