1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DB7 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 582 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |