1981 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 BMW 520. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 520. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 520 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | Cala |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 305 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 | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
