2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin DB9 and 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 6195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
