1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 438 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | Ponton |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |