2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Gallardo | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 560 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |