2009 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
