2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Diablo 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 341 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diablo | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
