2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (530 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (603 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | CTS | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
