1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3200 CS | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
