1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1999 Lamborghini Diablo and 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 389 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | SLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
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 | 523 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 580 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |