1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 406 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Comet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
