1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 365 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lamborghini Diablo 2012 Jeep Compass
Make Lamborghini Jeep
Model Diablo Compass
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 605 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1409 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4448 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1814 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1651 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 51 L


 

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