1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (590 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (629 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Diablo | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 629 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
