2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
