1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
