2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 348 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 137 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
