1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Diablo | Silver Dawn |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 108 L |