1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 365 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Diablo | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
