2005 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
