1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 181 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1711 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |