1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 42 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. 2008 BMW 545 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. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Flying Star | 545 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
