1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 1972 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Galaxie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Galaxie | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
