2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 330 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
