1995 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 BMW M3. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
