2009 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 270 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 525 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
