1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XJS | Diablo |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |