2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
