1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | DeVille | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
