1976 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Electra | Diablo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |