1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
Model | A 108 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |