2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 382 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Riley |
Model | Diablo | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 618 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |