1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 229 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | MK IX | Diablo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |