1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 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 471 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Diablo | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
