2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
