1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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) has 449 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

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 Volkswagen Bora, 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) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lamborghini Diablo 1999 Volkswagen Bora
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Diablo Bora
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 74 HP
Torque 580 Nm 133 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 75.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm


 

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