1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | V6 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
