1988 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 14 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 105 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 120 L |
