2006 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
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2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Murcielago | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |