2008 BMW 130 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 130 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
