1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1991 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Centurion | Diablo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |