1995 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 BMW M5. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M5 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
