1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 Opel Kapitan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
