2003 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (317 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini 400.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
