1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Charger | Diablo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |