1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Diablo | Comet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |