2009 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
