1951 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 483 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 485 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Consul | Diablo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 523 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |