1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 413 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Impala | Diablo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |