2008 BMW 318 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 39 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 219 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Islero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
