2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Diablo | Montego |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |