1995 Lamborghini P140 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini P140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 314 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini P140 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | P140 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
