2009 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 225 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 523 | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
