2003 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
