1987 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Electra | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
