1997 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
