2005 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Islero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
