2007 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 9 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | NSX | Diablo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 334 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 Weight | 1445 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |