1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XJS | Diablo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |