2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 109 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 210 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M3 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 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 | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |