2006 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 440 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 280 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 118 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |