1973 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 422 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | Touring | Diablo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |