1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 288 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 405 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
