1958 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2570 mm |
