1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 227 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Diablo | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |