1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 315 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | MK VIII | Diablo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
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 | 208 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |