1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 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 (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 662 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
