2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 182 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
