1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 935 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 35 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |