1988 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 520 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
