2007 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 20 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 35 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Portofino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
