While the 918 Spyder needs no introduction, some of you might need to remember a couple of things about the all-wheel driven Lamborghini Diablo VT.
The ‘VT’ version of the Diablo actually used a modified AWD system borrowed from the LM002 SUV, which could direct up to 25% of the torque to the front wheels, aiding traction when the rear wasn’t doing its job properly. VT also stands for ‘Viscous Traction’ by the way, named after the Diablo’s viscous center differential.
Other differences between the regular Diablo and the VT model include a revised interior, electronically adjustable dampers, better brakes, power steering as well as some some minor exterior changes.
In terms of power, the original Diablo VT made use of a 500 PS, 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) V12 engine, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 4.5 seconds. In 1999, the VT and VT Roadster flexed even more muscle at 536 PS. Bottom line, a proper supercar, more than capable of holding its own against some of today’s speedsters as well.
But who are we kidding? The Porsche 918 Spyder is a bone fide starship compared to the Diablo. It can sprint to 100 km/h (62 mph) a full two seconds quicker than the Lambo which makes this a really predictable drag race. Good thing they went with a rolling start which helped the Diablo VT look a lot better than it would have, had they accelerated from a stand still.