1988 BMW 520 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
