1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 26 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | Type S | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| 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 | 208 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
