2011 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 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 394 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Gallardo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4387 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1166 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
