1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charger | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 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 | 1380 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
