1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 401 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
Model | Guara | Diablo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |