1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaro | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
