2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silverado | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
