2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Diablo | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |