1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3910 mm |
