2009 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 320 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
