1997 BMW S3 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 112 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | S3 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
