2005 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
