1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
