1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Belmont | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
