1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
