1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Signum, 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 524 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
