2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lamborghini Murcielago 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Lamborghini Lamborghini
Model Murcielago Diablo
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 6192 cc 5706 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 571 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.8 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 330 km/hour 325 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.8 seconds 4.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.7 L/100km 27.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 100 L


 

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