1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
