1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 83 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
