1969 Honda S600 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 901 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | S600 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
