1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2800 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
