1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 99 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |