1984 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
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1984 BMW M6 | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M6 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |