2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Diablo | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
