1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Diablo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
