1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 881 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
| Model | Diablo | Continental |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
