1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 398 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
Model | Diablo | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2752 mm |