2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 350 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 538 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2005 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
Model | Diablo | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |