1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 (580 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | CLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 580 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |