1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 451 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
Model | Guara | Diablo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |