2002 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 616 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
