1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont 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 (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 424 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Belmont | Diablo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 524 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |