1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. 2003 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. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
