2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2003 Lamborghini Diablo and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 370 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lamborghini Diablo 2003 Opel Vectra
Make Lamborghini Opel
Model Diablo Vectra
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5705 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1510 mm


 

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