1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500.
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 (640 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Marcos |
| Model | Diablo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
