1958 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 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 426 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | 17 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |