1992 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 320 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |