2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (444 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Diablo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
