1991 Alpina B vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B. (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
