1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Espada | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
