2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. Both 2003 Lamborghini Diablo and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo are equipped with a 5,705 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. (492 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, both vehicles can yield 580 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Diablo | Diablo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |