1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 413 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
