1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ford GT 40. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford GT 40. (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | GT 40 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 582 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |