2009 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M6 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
