1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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 (640 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
| Model | Diablo | AIV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
