2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 112 L |
