1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V 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 420 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 8 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK V | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
