1998 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 724 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | Cobra | Diablo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 1026 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |