1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Diablo | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |