1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Diablo | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
