1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
