1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 59 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (451 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 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 | 1576 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
