2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | Diablo | MGA |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1798 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 |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |