1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 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 400 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morgan |
| Model | Diablo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
