2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | Z4 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
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 | 338 HP | 512 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 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 | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |