2009 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 320 | P140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
