1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Diablo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |