1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (471 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Islero | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3928 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 339 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
