1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 7 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Diablo | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
