1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lagonda | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
