1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 243 kg more 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
Model | Diablo | DBS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |