1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 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 482 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morgan |
| Model | Diablo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
