1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 78 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Because 1965 Lamborghini 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Lamborghini 400 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mitsubishi |
Model | 400 | Diamante |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |