1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,190 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago. (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
