2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (567 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
