1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Stag 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 380 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 242 kg more than 1976 Triumph Stag. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | Stag |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
