2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M5.
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2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Murcielago | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6496 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 660 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 29.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |