1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (510 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Diablo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |