1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 140 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mark IV | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |
