2006 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
