1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont 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 (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Belmont | Diablo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 524 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |