1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1600 | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
