1999 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
