1975 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
