2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 4 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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 (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
| Model | Murcielago | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 571 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
