1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D 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 491 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Lamborghini | Steyr |
Model | Diablo | 500D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |