1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (510 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Diablo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
