1974 BMW 518 vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1974 BMW 518 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 57 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 518 | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
