1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Project Vantage | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
