1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

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 (471 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Camaro 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Camaro Diablo
Year Released 1988 1996
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5012 cc 5709 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 130 HP 595 HP
Torque 312 Nm 471 Nm
Engine Bore Size 98.3 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 165 km/hour 339 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2650 mm


 

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