2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Diablo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
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 | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |