2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
