2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
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2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 159 | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 340 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |