1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
