2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (633 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ8 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 633 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
