1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 1998 Jaguar XK and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Jaguar XK | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XK | Diablo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |