2006 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. 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 472 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lamborghini Murcielago 1997 Toyota Corolla
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Murcielago Corolla
Year Released 2006 1997
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6195 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 580 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.8 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm