1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander 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 365 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Studebaker |
| Model | Diablo | Commander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
