1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2000 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
