2010 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Murcielago | 520 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 670 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 660 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2057 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1135 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |