2004 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
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 P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 316 | P140 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
