2009 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
