1972 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Torino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
