1978 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Electra | Diablo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 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 |