2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
