2008 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 444 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Focus | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
