1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 273 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DB4 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |