1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Seville | Diablo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |