1998 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 330 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
