2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
