1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 702 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.

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1953 Austin-Healey 100 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Austin-Healey Lamborghini
Model 100 Murcielago
Year Released 1953 2007
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2660 cc 6192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 571 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 86.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 330 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 948 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 100 L