2008 BMW 635 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 is newer by 12 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 203 more horse power than 2008 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 635 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. 2008 BMW 635 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. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 635 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 282 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
