1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP) has 424 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 312 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Diablo | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 524 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 580 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |