1969 Buick GS vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | GS | Diablo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |