1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Vedette | Diablo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |