1971 BMW 3 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3 | LM |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 169 L |
