1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Falcon | Diablo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 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 | 1674 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |