1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C 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 465 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Steyr |
| Model | Diablo | 700C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1950 mm |
