1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Skylark | Diablo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |