1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 (580 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
| Model | Diablo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
