1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | Lagonda | Diablo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |