2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (412 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 115 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Diablo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 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 | 1635 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
