1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 21 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XK | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |