1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV
To start off, both 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV (530 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster. (485 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV should accelerate faster than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV (603 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster. (580 Nm). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo Roadster | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 603 Nm |
| 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 Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
