1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Accord | Murcielago |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |