1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura 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 210 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Miura | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 339 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
