2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 760 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Diablo | S2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
