1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 397 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (640 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
