1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 434 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta.
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 (580 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Manta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
