2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 414 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
