1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia 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 387 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
