2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diablo | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |