1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Diablo | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |