2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A8 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |