1975 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac DeVille | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | DeVille | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 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 | 2290 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
