1989 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 20 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 420 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 1989 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. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 750 | Islero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
