1997 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
