1996 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
