2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
