2010 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 550 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
