2009 BMW 650 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 650 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |