1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | Diablo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |