1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Diablo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1992 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |