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1990 Lamborghini Diablo

1990 Lamborghini Diablo

1990 Lamborghini Diablo

The Diablo was presented to the public for sale on January 21, 1990. Its power came from a 5.7 L (348 cu in), 48-valve version of the existing Lamborghini V12 featuring dual overhead cams and computer-controlled multi-point fuel injection, producing a maximum output of 499 PS (367 kW; 492 hp) and 580 N·m (428 lb·ft) of torque. The vehicle could reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h). The Diablo was rear-wheel drive and the engine was mid-mounted to aid its weight balance.

The Diablo came better equipped than the Countach; standard features included fully adjustable seats and steering wheel, electric windows, an Alpine stereo system, and power steering from 1993 onwards. Anti-lock brakes were not initially available, although they would eventually be used. A few options were available, including a custom-molded driver’s seat, remote CD changer and subwoofer, rear spoiler, factory fitted luggage set (priced at $2,600) and an exclusive Breguet clock for the dash (priced at $10,500).

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submitted by Richard Owen
price $ $239 000 USD
engine 60o V12
valvetrain DOHC 4 Valves / Cyl
displacement 5709 cc / 348.4 in³
bore 87.0 mm / 3.43 in
stroke 80.0 mm / 3.15 in
compression 10.0:1
power 361.7 kw / 485.0 bhp @ 6800 rpm
specific output 84.95 bhp per litre
bhp/weight bhp per tonne
torque 580.3 nm / 428.0 ft lbs @ 5200 rpm
redline 7500 rpm
body / frame Aluminum, Composite & Steel
driven wheels Mid Engine / RWD
front tires F 245/40ZR-17
rear tires R 335/35ZR-17
front brakes Vented Discs w/Vacuum Assist
f brake size x 330 mm / x 13.0 in
rear brakes Vented Discs w/Vacuum Assist
r brake size x 284 mm / x 11.2 in
front wheels F 43.2 x 21.6 cm / 17.0 x 8.5 in
rear wheels R 43.2 x 33.0 cm / 17.0 x 13.0 in
steering Unassisted Rack & Pinion
curb weight 1642 kg / 3620 lbs
wheelbase 2650 mm / 104.3 in
front track 1540 mm / 60.6 in
rear track 1640 mm / 64.6 in
length 4460 mm / 175.6 in
width 2040 mm / 80.3 in
height 1105 mm / 43.5 in
transmission 5-Speed Manual
gear ratios 2.31:1, 1.52:1, 1.13:1, 0.89:1, 0.68:1, :1
final drive 2.41:1
top speed ~325.1 kph / 202.0 mph
0 – 60 mph ~4.5 seconds
0 – 100 mph ~10.8 seconds
0 – 1/4 mile ~13.3 seconds