1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2.8 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
