1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 99 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |