2004 BMW 745 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 17 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 745 | Portofino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
