2009 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M5 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |