1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Imperial | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
