1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 246 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
