2002 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
