2008 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 545 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |