1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 209 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
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.
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1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Diablo | Star Chief |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |