1999 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Cala |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
