2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
