1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 43 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GTV | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
