2007 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
