1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 50 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 305 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 401 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
