1976 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | 100 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
