1995 Lamborghini P140 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini P140 has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini P140 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini P140 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | P140 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
