2007 BMW 550 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 550 | Espada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |