1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 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 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 487 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (471 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5709 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 595 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 339 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
