1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Touring | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
