1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
| Model | Diablo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
