1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 388 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 13 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 @ 5200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Gran Torino | Diablo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |