1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Chevelle | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
