2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 403 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 428 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. 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 2003 Acura RSX. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.

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2003 Acura RSX 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Acura Lamborghini
Model RSX Murcielago
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 6192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L