2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 618 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
