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 233 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 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 141 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2977 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 | 12.5 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
