1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 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 551 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
