2001 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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 Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
