1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1990 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | CLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |