2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Diablo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |