1994 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M5 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 338 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 | 1725 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |