2009 BMW 120 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 41 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 120 | Espada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |
