1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Taurus | Diablo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |