1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
Model | Diablo | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |