1974 BMW 3 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1974 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3 | LM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 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 |
