2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | 818 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
