2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | XLR | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
