1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
