1997 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 BMW Z3. (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 137 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3. 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 (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Z3. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
