1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 211 kg more than 1993 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1993 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
