1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Diablo | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
