2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 318 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 123. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Gallardo | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
