1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 718 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
