1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 432 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
