2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
