1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 700 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
