2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 260 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | E500 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
