1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura 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 (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Miura | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
