1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2157 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
Model | Diablo | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |