1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
