2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 120 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
