1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.

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 (640 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lamborghini Diablo 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Lamborghini Pontiac
Model Diablo Bonneville
Year Released 1999 1975
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5990 cc 6556 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 168 HP
Torque 640 Nm 415 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 95.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5750 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3140 mm


 

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