1959 BMW 700 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 700 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5705 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
