2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
Model | B7 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |