2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 112 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
