2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diamante | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
