1979 Holden GTS 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 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS 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 365 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | GTS | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
