2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
