2009 BMW 120 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 215 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 120 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| 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 | 169 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
