1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 665 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taunus | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
