1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 (590 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
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 (629 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Virage | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 590 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 629 Nm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
