1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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 (640 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Mustang. (597 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
