1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XK. (550 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 Jaguar XK 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. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Diablo | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
