1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 392 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GTV6 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
