2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (590 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Viper. (510 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster 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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (629 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 590 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 629 Nm |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
