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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 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. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 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 | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 524 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |