1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 419 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 526 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Diablo | K 70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |