1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
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 Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Diablo | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
