1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
