2001 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 195 more horse power than 2001 BMW 530. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 128 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) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 530. (411 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
