1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth 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 281 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Stealth | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
