1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 666 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Capri | Diablo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 580 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 90 L |