1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
