1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (471 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lagonda | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 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 Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
