2006 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 525 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
