1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 40 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |