1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z3 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
