2006 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 278 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Murcielago | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6195 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
