1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 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 413 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1950 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 1950 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 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 401 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| 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 | 72 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
