1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 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 469 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
