1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 328 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
