2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 912 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
