1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 822 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lamborghini |
Model | D8 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |