2009 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 118 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
