1991 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
