2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Gallardo | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 562 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |