1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 129 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 305 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |