1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 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 390 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 677 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Diablo | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
