UK vs Italy — 1964 vs 1966
| GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 | 400 GT 2+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 320 hp |
| Torque | 340 lb-ft | 268 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,355 cc | 3,929 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 168 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.3 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Weight | 3,200 lbs | 2,822 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,565 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Length | 4,699 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Units Produced | 99 | 247 |
| Original MSRP | $8,000 | $14,750 |
| Value (Excellent) | $600,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 brings greater rarity, better value to the table, and the 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, lighter weight. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between UK and Italy automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1964 Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT Bertone-Designed V8 versus 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 320 hp compared to 300 hp, a 20-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Gordon-Keeble GK1/IT uses a V8 OHV displacing 5,355 cc, while the Lamborghini 400 GT relies on a V12 DOHC with 3,929 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 edges ahead at 6.5 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. The Lamborghini 400 GT carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 378 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.