2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 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 293 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Gallardo | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
