1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 378 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
