2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 522 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murcielago | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 571 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
