1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 106 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |
