1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Acura TL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 341 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL 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. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Acura |
Model | Diablo | TL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |