1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 157 kg more than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Venturi |
| Model | Diablo | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
