1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | 500 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |