1988 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M5 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
