1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 100 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
