1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 380 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
