1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 257 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
Model | Diablo | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 97 L |