1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3910 mm |