1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1994 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.
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1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | 300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |