2002 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald 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 488 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 990 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Diablo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
