1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
