2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 396 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
