1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK VII | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
