1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | F 93 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
