1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 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 494 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Diablo | 404 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
