1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Espada | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |