2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B5. (493 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B5.
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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (640 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2008 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B5 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
