1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1502 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| 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 | 73 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
