1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
