1971 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 97 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dart | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
