2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP) has 348 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 523 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
