2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (492 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
