1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Diablo | 320 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |