1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 300B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3050 mm |
