1996 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 1996 BMW 535 and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 535 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |