1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 52 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 225 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
