2008 Honda NSX vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 216 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 326 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
