2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 199 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
Model | Murcielago | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6192 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 571 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |