2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ8 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
