1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB5 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
