1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera.
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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
