1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 66 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
