1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
