1972 BMW 3 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
