2007 BMW M vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (492 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
