1990 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 570 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
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 BMW 316 (141 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 316 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
