1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | 62 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
