1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1996 Lamborghini Diablo and 1996 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
