1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |