2008 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | R8 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 326 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
