1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 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 (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Tatra T603. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tatra |
| Model | Diablo | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
