1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Flying Star | 318 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3939 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |