1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
