2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 275 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (471 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (421 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | XLR | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
