1983 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 316 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
