1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 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 433 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Diablo | 505 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
