1958 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Consul | Diablo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 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 | 1080 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |