2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
