2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2005 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
