1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Zodiac | Diablo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |