1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | Lagonda | Murcielago |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |