1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3150 mm |
