1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 472 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Isetta | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 485 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2660 mm |
