1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 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 395 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 796 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
