1978 BMW 628 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 628 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
