1998 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 34 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
