1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
