2003 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 9 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 787 more horse power than 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago. (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 403 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago. (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Lamborghini | SSC |
| Model | Murcielago | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2667 mm |
