2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 234 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| 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 | 294 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
