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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 172 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). 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 | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 334 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 Weight | 1460 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |