2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1976 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Sunbeam Rapier.
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, 1976 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1976 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1976 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Sunbeam |
| Model | Diablo | Rapier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5994 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
