1993 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 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 229 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 840 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
