2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 510 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DBS | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |