1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 352 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | FB Special | Diablo |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |