1956 BMW 507 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 372 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 507 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
