1975 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
