1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Espada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
