2009 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 550 | Espada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
