2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 229 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
