1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 396 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
Model | V6 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |