1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 405 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Diablo | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |