1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 582 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta.
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.
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1958 BMW Isetta | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | Isetta | Diablo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 5709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 595 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 339 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2650 mm |