1996 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 46 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 302 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
