1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
