1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 364 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Diablo | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |