1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 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 467 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
