2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 730 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 730 Gallardo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2993 cc 4961 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 513 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 314 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 4.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 17.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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