1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
