1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 267 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
Model | Diablo | AIV |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.2 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 | 1447 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |