2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 970 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356. 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.
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2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Diablo | 356 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |