1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II 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 403 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 298 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK II | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
