1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini Diablo 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) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
