1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 20 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 33 kg more than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1992 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 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Lamborghini | Buick |
Model | Diablo | Regal |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |