2005 BMW 535 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 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 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 279 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 535 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
