1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 14 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 460 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
| Model | Diablo | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
