2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 9 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 210 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XKR. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XKR | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 420 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
