2009 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 120 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
