1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird 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 380 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 37 kg more than 1991 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Diablo | Firebird |
Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |