1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 18 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 320 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 485 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
