1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB2 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
