1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 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) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
