1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 580 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
