1981 BMW 518 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 5,994 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 BMW 518.
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, 1981 BMW 518 (140 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 518 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
