2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DB7 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 524 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
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 Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |