2001 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 320 | Portofino |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |