1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 449 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Packard |
| Model | Diablo | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
