1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon 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 441 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon.
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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
