2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 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 270 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5706 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 | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
