1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | 240 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
