1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Flying Star | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
