1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
