2007 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 192 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
