1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 447 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 497 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
