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 (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 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 148 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 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 | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
