1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 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), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 442 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
