2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 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 221 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M3 | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |