2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 525 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
