1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 79 more horse power than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (444 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 312 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Diablo | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
