1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 290 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | CLS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
