1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Diablo | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |