1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 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 449 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
| Model | Diablo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
