1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 135 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |