1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 282 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 68 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 450 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
