1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Challenger | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
