1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Zephyr | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |