1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude 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 481 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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 1979 Honda Prelude. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Prelude | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
