1997 BMW 850 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 28 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 565 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 1997 BMW 850 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. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 850 | Islero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
