2009 BMW 335 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 335 | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
