2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 10 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |