2005 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
