2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | TL | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
