1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 828 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
