1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 304 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.
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1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |