2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro 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 334 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. 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 2005 Holden Monaro. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaro | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
