1997 BMW 850 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 850 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
