2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
