2009 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 550 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5707 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |