1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 311 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
