1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 401 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
