2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 143 kg more than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
