1987 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 750 | Islero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |
