2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Marcos |
| Model | Diablo | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
