1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | SLS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
