2003 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. 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 463 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
Model | Murcielago | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6192 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |