2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 325 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
