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 (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 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 Opel Signum weights approximately 83 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 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum. 1999 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Diablo | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |