1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
