2009 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 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 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Bravo has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
