2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (297 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
