1979 Buick Century vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 446 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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 (640 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Century | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
