2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 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 308 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
