1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 10 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ascari |
Model | Diablo | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.7 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2636 mm |