1958 Bristol 405 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 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 334 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 405 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| 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 | 1242 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
