1977 BMW 628 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 628 | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
