2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Arnage. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Arnage | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
