2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Diablo 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 183 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 125 kg more 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
