2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
