2009 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 525 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
