1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 106 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Caprice | Diablo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |