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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XK. (385 HP @ 6500 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 328 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XK. 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 | 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 | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1452 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
