2005 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
