2009 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 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 97 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (317 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini 400.
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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
