1975 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 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 249 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 9 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
