2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Murcielago | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6192 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |