2003 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Murcielago | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
