1998 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
