2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (471 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
