2008 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M5 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 29.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
