1995 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 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 453 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
