1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia 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 347 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 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 (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Diablo | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
