1993 BMW 856 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 856 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
